02/07/17
11:45 am - 1:15 pm
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center
750 N Lincoln Memorial Milwaukee WI, 53202
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Press Club and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee will present a joint program on Tuesday, February 7, featuring Katherine Cramer, author of The Politics of Resentment.
David Haynes, Rotarian and Editorial Page Editor of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, will interview Cramer, whose book contends that rural resentment— like partisanship, race, or class—plays a major role in dividing America against itself. Published in early 2016, Cramer explores an often overlooked reality: rural political consciousness and resentment of the so-called “liberal elite.” Rural voters are distrustful that politicians will respect the distinct values of their communities and allocate a fair share of resources. One result is that the very people who stand to benefit from strong government services not only vote against the candidates who support those services but are vehemently against the very idea of big government. Although the book is a study of Wisconsin politics, this scenario played out nationally in the 2016 presidential election.
Lunch and networking at 11:45, program 12 noon to 1:15 p.m. in Memorial Hall at the War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive downtown. Parking is available to the north of the building – please tell the attendant you are there for Rotary. Seating will be limited for this event and advanced registration is required.
The cost to attend is $20 for MPC members and $25 for non-members. Lunch is included. Registration deadline is Friday, February 3. Advanced registration and payment are required and may be done by booking below. Checks may be mailed to the MPC at PO Box 176, North Prairie, WI 53153-0176. Cancellations will be accepted up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. Please contact Joette Richards at the Milwaukee Press Club at joette@milwaukeepressclub.org with any questions or call 262-894-2224.
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